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Welcome to the 90th Anniversary School Year of St. Anastasia!
Are your children ready to learn? We can't wait to welcome the students back to St. Anastasia School's 90th Anniversary year. If you need clarification on anything that is mentioned in this letter or have questions, please do not hesitate to call the school office staff. Instead of sharing all of the exciting changes that occurred over the summer in a boring letter, in the spirit of this year's school theme "Embracing a Culture of Encounter," we have created a video for you that is featured on our school website that highlights the following exciting developments:
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90th Anniversary Campaign
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Embracing a "Culture of Encounter"
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Sally Steinhoff STREAM Center
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Service Learning
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Individual Learning Plans (ILP's) for Each Student
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Enrichment and Resource Programs
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Continuous Updates to Technology and the Media Center
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School Uniform Updates
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Stewards of Life (Promoting healthy bodies, healthy relationships, and a healthy earth.)
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Your child's homeroom assignment and classroom pass for the 2015-2016 school year was mailed last week. If you did not receive it, please contact the Finance Office to reconcile your debts to the school. The amount owed will be deducted from your St. A Payment Account if not paid prior to the beginning of school. If your financial obligation is greater than $50.00, we ask that you come to the school office to submit your payment. You will then receive your child's homeroom assignment and classroom pass.
Below is a list of upcoming events and descriptions of the meetings and events:
OPEN HOUSE - FRIDAY, AUGUST 14th, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. All families are welcome at Open House! This is an informal opportunity for families to tour the facilities, visit their classrooms, and meet their teachers and administrators. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring school supplies to school! Also, if your child does not have a St. A Payment Program Account, for purchased lunch and attending After Care, please stop in the auditorium to set up your new account and to fill out important paperwork. NEW PARENT ORIENTATION - AUGUST 14th, 3-4 pm. All new families are strongly encouraged to come to parent orientation that will be held in the STREAM Center, on the second floor of the main building, at 3 p.m. All new families who sign in at this event will receive 1 hour of volunteer time.
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHTS August 19th, 7-8:30 p.m. - 5th-8th grade parents only August 26th, 7-8:30 p.m. - K-4th grade parents only Parents will receive important classroom information from teachers at our Back to School Nights. The evening will begin with a brief introduction and summary in the auditorium and continue in the classrooms. This meeting is for parents only.
I know that you will enjoy the remainder of the summer. I look forward to seeing everyone soon. Let us begin praying for a closer encounter with Christ and with each other as we get closer to the first day of school. Yours in Christ's Service, Kevin Hoeffner, Ph.D., Principal
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Important Back to School News
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Please click here for important Back to School News including drop off/pick up procedures, sports, aftercare, uniforms, and much more.
Please note: This year, the weekly e-newsletter (with the exception of this newsletter) will be e-mailed out on Fridays.
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The faculty and staff are busy preparing for the return of our students and families on Monday, August 17. We have a few new faculty and staff members to introduce you to this year!
Please extend a warm welcome to (left to right); Mrs. Valerie Picardi, Permanent Substitute; Mrs. Jennifer Peper, Assistant in Mrs. Springsteen's Room; Mrs. Ann Morales, Assistant in Mrs. Barton's Room; Mrs. Shannon McCool, Assistant in Mrs. Steele's Room; Mrs. Chrissy Savage, 4th Grade Teacher; and Mr. Jason Serrago, IT Coordinator.
Not pictured: Mrs. Stacey Garcia, Assistant in Pre-K; Mrs. Joyce McGaw, Assistant in Mrs. Brennan's Room; Mrs. Gigi Morales, Assistant in Mrs. Thoennissen's Room; Miss Cory Casalaspro, Assistant in Mrs. Stapleton's Room.
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Where in the World is St. A's?
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Thank you to all the families who participated in the "Where in the World is St. A's?" Photo Journal. We had some great locations and photos! The photos are on display on the bulletin board in the hallway of the main building. Stop by and take a look during Open House!
 
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Homeroom Parents News
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Now that you have been informed of your child's classroom assignment, we are looking forward to enthusiastic moms or dads to step forward and volunteer to become a Homeroom Parent. This year, the Homeroom Parent program will be coordinated by Mrs. Karina Priest and some changes to the program have been made for this school year. As a Homeroom Parent, you earn your 20 hours for the year. However, there are new aspects to the program and here are the highlights:
- Homeroom parents can only serve as homeroom parent for one class;
- Homeroom parents will need to email the parents in their class and teachers monthly to keep them informed. A parent contact list will be provided to you;
- Homeroom parents are welcome and encouraged to attend all PTO meetings, and will get an email after every meeting highlighting information to disseminate; however, attendance is not mandatory;
- Homeroom parents must coordinate Christmas and End of the Year Parties with teachers and families;
- Homeroom parents must coordinate class auction package/basket.
The 20 hours will be earned by tasks. The four main tasks include: the Christmas Party, End of Year Party, Auction item and monthly communication with parents. Each task completed earns 5 points. Those parents who go above and beyond will earn prizes such as free dress days for their children, free lunch or a feature in the newsletter. We will announce a meeting date for the Homeroom parents in an upcoming newsletter.
If you are interested in being your child's class Homeroom parent, please text or email Karina Priest at 561-329-4515, karinapriest@gmail.com
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Volunteer News
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HOW DO I BECOME AN APPROVED VOLUNTEER OR FIELD TRIP CHAPERONE?
It is the policy of the Diocese of Palm Beach and St. Anastasia Catholic School to complete a background and fingerprint check on any parent/adult who wishes to volunteer in the classroom, volunteer at school events or chaperone a field trip.
Before a parent may volunteer or chaperone they must also
- attend a Protecting God's Children workshop. Protecting God's Children is a workshop on child sexual abuse. The schedule of workshops is placed in the weekly newsletter.
- read and sign the Diocese of Palm Beach Code of Pastoral Conduct for Church Personnel.
- complete a Volunteer Information Sheet.
Parents will not be approved to volunteer or chaperone until we have received the following: - results of a fingerprint background check;
- verification of attendance at a Protecting God's Children workshop;
- a signed Code of Pastoral Conduct;
- a completed Volunteer Information Sheet.
The fingerprint background check is valid for 5 years. Please call or send a note to the office if you would like to request a Volunteer Packet. The packet will be sent home with your child.
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PTO News
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 Join St. Anastasia Catholic School PTO as they host the St. A's Back to School Baseball Bash at Tradition Field with the St. Lucie Mets. Invite friends and family to join in on the fun! Enjoy a great baseball game, games for the kids and even the National Anthem performed by some of our very own choir members! This is a fundraiser for the PTO and the student who sells the most tickets to the event will win the opportunity to throw out the first pitch.
Tickets are just $6 each and can be purchased by cash, check (made payable to St. Anastasia) or through the St. A's Payment Plan. For more information or tickets, contact Keri Ann Hughes at 772-607-4230 or kvsunfire@aol.com. Ticket order forms are available on the school's website at www.saintanastasiaschool.org. Sponsorships are available, too! Click here for the flyer.
The PTO will have tickets available for purchase in the auditorium during Open House (August 14), during both Back to School Nights (August 19 & 26) and during drop off the mornings of August 24-26.
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School hasn't even started yet, but our PTO is hard at work already! Today, they delivered "Teacher Survival Kits" filled with snacks, mints, gum and other "necessities" to make it through the first week of school! We Love our PTO!
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Sports News
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Tryouts for the Volleyball and Soccer teams will begin on Wednesday, August 19. Any student wishing to tryout must have a Pre-Participation Physical form on file with the office. The form is available here or on our website under the Athletics tab.
Attention students in grades 5-8: Cheerleading tryouts will be held on August 27th & 28th at 3:15-4:30 p.m. at the pavilion. Preparticipation physical forms must be on file with the office prior to tryouts. The form can be found on our website at www.saintanastasiaschool.org under the Athletics tab.
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Endowment Board of Directors News
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Mark Your Calendars Now for November FUN raising
A fun-filled "Ruckus Roast of John Langel" and Florida-themed Foodies' Delight Buffet will highlight St. Anastasia School Endowment Board's annual Gala on Saturday, November 14th at the St. Anastasia Parish Center from 6 until 9 p.m.
Set your sights now on attending an evening of bountiful gratitude and goodwill hunting as we celebrate John Langel's lifelong volunteer service and his many contributions to the school, parish, and community.
Sponsorship details and other information is available by calling 466-2381.
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Protecting God's Children Workshops
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St. Joseph School (Stuart)
Saturday, August 22, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 3 hours
Call Tina Sprauer at 772-287-6975 to register and if you have questions.
If you are more than 15 minutes late for the workshop, it will not count for attendance. Online registration is not allowed for this session.
Please do not bring children under 18 years old to the workshop
St. Bernadette Church (St. Lucie West)
Saturday, August 22, 2015
1:00 p.m. - 2 ½ hours
Call 772-336-9956 to register and if you have questions.
Please do not bring children under 18 years old to the workshop
If you are more than 15 minutes late for the workshop, it will not count for attendance.
St. Joseph School (Stuart)
Monday, August 24, 2015
6:00 p.m. - 3 hours
Call Tina Sprauer at 772-287-6975 to register and if you have questions.
If you are more than 15 minutes late for the workshop, it will not count for attendance.Online registration is not allowed for this session.
Please do not bring children under 18 years old to the workshop
St. Helen School (Vero Beach)
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
7:00 p.m. - 2 ½ hours
Call Tracey Terpstra at 1-772-567-5457 to register and if you have questions.
If you are more than 15 minutes late for the workshop, it will not count for attendance. Online registration is not allowed for this session.
Please do not bring children under 18 years old to the workshop
You can go to www.virtus.org to register for a workshop, unless otherwise stated. Click on "Registration" to begin the registration process.
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Anastasia's Attic
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St. Anastasia Catholic School's Anastasia's Attic Thrift Shop directly benefits our school. Your donations are so important to us. Please call for a pick-up of large items. Pick-up days are Monday, Wednesday and Saturdays. 772-467-1444. The drop-off box at school has moved a little to the west of the old location, but is still available for you! You may drop off items there or at the shop located at 3901 Okeechobee Road, across from Moonswiners (formerly Dale's Bar-B-Q).
Shop hours are:
Monday - Friday - 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday - 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Closed on Sundays
Thank you so much for your continued support!
Every hour you work at the Attic will count for two (2) hours towards the volunteer hours you need at school!
For more information, or to schedule a pick up of a donation, contact Maria Meyer at (772) 467-1444.
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The Attic is in need of appliances in working order to sell. Thank you.
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JCHS News
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The JCHS Back to School Night is Tuesday, August 25 at 6 p.m. in the gym.
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John Carroll High School is once again hosting its popular Mega Drawing this year! Tickets are on sale for $50 each or 3 for $100. The drawing is a 50/50 style, with the winner taking half of the collected proceeds up to $20,000! The winning ticket will be pulled during halftime of the John Carroll Open House/football game on Friday, October 23rd. You need not be present to win.
Tickets can be purchased by completing the online "Ticket Order Form," found on www.JohnCarrollHigh.com, through your student's school account, or on campus. All ticket sales should be completed by Friday, October 16th and returned to the school with ticket stub and payment. For additional information, please visit www.JohnCarrollHigh.com.
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Diocese of Palm Beach News
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 The Diocese of Palm Beach's Office of Catholic Schools is proud to announce that it is launching several new communication platforms to better serve its students, parents, alumni, employees, community members, and supporters near and far.
1. Website: www.DiocesePB.org/Schools
The website is currently being updated, and will be launched in the near future.
2. Facebook: www.facebook.com/DoPBCatholicSchools
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August 2015
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August 14 - Open House - 1 p.m.; New Parent Orientation (STREAM Center) - 3 p.m.
August 17 - First Day of School, Noon Dismissal
August 18 - Noon Dismissal
August 19 - Soccer & Volleyball Tryouts Begin; 5th-8th Grade Back to School Night - 7 p.m.
August 25 - All School Mass - 9:30 a.m.
August 26 - K-4th Grade Back to School Night - 7 p.m.
August 27-28 - Cheerleading Tryouts
August 29 - PTO Back to School Baseball Bash at Tradition Field
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Thank you for your support of St. Anastasia Catholic School. We
 appreciate your support and feedback! Be sure and visit the school's website where all previous newsletters are archived for your reference at www.saintanastasiaschool.org. God Bless! Sincerely, Linette Trabulsy Development Director St. Anastasia Catholic School
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